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揮
“to wave / to command” in Japanese is 揮, read ki, furu (き, ふる). It is a Grade 6 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 6 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 指揮 (command).
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力を発揮する。
ちからをはっきする。I show my full power.
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Full details, readings & example
| Kanji | 揮 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | to wave / to command |
| Readings | き, ふる |
| Grade | Grade 6 (Hardest) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
| Example | 指揮 (command) |
How to read 揮
揮 is read ki (き) or furu (ふる) depending on the word.
Words with 揮
- 指揮しき
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Updated: 2026-08-28